The problem
The rear brake drums were not correctly machined. As the vehicle is driven, loss of wheel clamp load can result from this condition. Once clamp load is lost, all tire loads are directly taken by the wheel studs. This loading can cause fatigue failure of the wheel studs.
The risk
If this occurs, a wheel could separate from the vehicle, and a crash could occur without prior warning.
The fix
Replace rear brake drums.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 94V-213 (94V213000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum |
| Report date | October 26, 1994 |
| Owners notified | November 11, 1994 |
| Vehicles affected | 435 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 94V-213 repair free?
Yes. Geo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Replace rear brake drums.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 435 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.